Dassault Systèmes Names KLE Technical University a 3DEXPERIENCE Edu Center of Excellence Under Global Program
· KLETU now joins a select network of 20 institutions globally, contributing to competitive skills and competencies for Dassault Systèmes' customers · The collaboration aims to contribute to the "Make in India" initiative and accelerate academic contributions to "Design in India," providing expertise beyond smart manufacturing · Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Edu Centers of Excellence network contributes to the development of a skilled workforce capable of addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital transformation of employers
Bangalore : Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, DSY.PA) today announced that it has named KLE Technical University (KLETU) in Hubbali, Karnataka a “3DEXPERIENCE Edu Center of Excellence” under its global program. KLETU’s achievement follows a comprehensive one-year evaluation process, during which KLETU displayed its commitment to innovation and technological advancement. The university’s dedication was further demonstrated by the establishment of six flagship labs, known as “Star Labs,” focusing on Visual Intelligence, AI Research, Intelligent Mobility, Electric Vehicles, Material Sciences, and Energy and Environment.
Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Edu Centers of Excellence are instrumental in providing learners with valuable insights and expertise in industry-relevant applications. These centers combine physical equipment with Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE virtual platform, enabling students to acquire skills in areas such as data science, virtual twin experiences, 3D printing, digital logistics, and more.
“KLETU now joins a select network of 20 institutions across the globe from which our customers can expect students and professionals having competitive skills and competencies. Our collaboration with KLETU creates a world-class incubator of best practices to not only contribute to the ‘Make in India’ initiative but also accelerate academic contributions to ‘Design in India.’ With this engagement, KLETU will also tout the required expertise to teach and execute projects beyond smart manufacturing augmenting factories of the future,” said Deepak NG, Managing Director, India, Dassault Systèmes.
The designated 3DEXPERIENCE Edu Center of Excellence is housed within the Center for Automation and Robotics Research, representing one of KLETU’s “Star Labs”. This facility adheres to international benchmarks while incorporating unique capabilities, setting it apart from other Industry 4.0 installations. It serves as a vital resource for industry-driven research and education, fostering collaboration between academia and the rapidly evolving technology landscape.
The announcement of this achievement took place during the “International Conference on Transformations in Engineering Education.”
“KLETU undergoes its own transformation to better serve industry with talent and knowledge that is globally competitive. Our continuous investment in technology, industry expertise, and modern project-driven learning methods opens new perspectives in connecting our different labs with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to produce a broad inter-disciplinary data continuity across transformative industry methods,” said Prof. Ashok Shettar, Vice Chancellor, KLETU.
The recognition of KLETU as a 3DEXPERIENCE Edu Center of Excellence marks a significant milestone in the university’s pursuit of excellence in technology-driven education. As part of Dassault Systèmes’ global network of 3DEXPRIENCE EDU Centers of Excellence, KLETU is poised to contribute to the development of a skilled workforce equipped to address the challenges and opportunities presented by the smart manufacturing factories of the future.